Calf Rearing Tech on Robotic Dairy Farm (Flexible)

Grant Smith Insurance Agency LLC; Castle Douglas; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Keltonhill Farm in Castle Douglas is seeking a calf rearer to join our robotic dairy operation. The role involves calf rearing on a robotic feeder, bottle feeding young calves, health checks and routine farm tasks.

We are happy to train the right candidate, with references required and local living essential. Flexible hours and the option for part-time or salary work are available; no accommodation is provided.

Qualifications

• Calf rearing on a robotic feeder experience preferred.
• Willing to learn and train with current team.
• Ability to work locally and meet references.

Responsibilities

• Calf rearing on a robotic calf feeder.
• Bottle feeding young calves.
• Checking calves and spotting unwell animals.
• Administration of drugs.
• Keeping the calf shed clean to a high standard.
• Other daily tasks as required.

Skills

Calf rearing

Robotic feeding familiarity

Animal health monitoring

Job description

Keltonhill Farm in Castle Douglas is seeking a calf rearer to join our robotic dairy operation. The role involves calf rearing on a robotic feeder, bottle feeding young calves, health checks and routine farm tasks.

We are happy to train the right candidate, with references required and local living essential. Flexible hours and the option for part-time or salary work are available; no accommodation is provided.